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"Simon did a great job pressure washing the house! He was on time, friendly, careful not to damage anything, and left the..."
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Recent Retaining Walls reviews in Canberra
Peter was courteous and communicated to ensure I knew when he was coming. He did a good job, redoing a part that needed adjustment. He left things tidy and checked with me before leaving.
Replacement of retaining edging
$240
Peter is super friendly, communicates well, works hard and does great work. Thoroughly recommend him for work in the garden.
10x2m section, remove ivy and stumps, add retaining wall, replant
$1,500
Peter arrived on time and has done a wonderful job of relaying pavers. His work was seamless with the previous paving and all level. He was able to assess other areas of our yard that need work and provide advice and suggestions. I am very happy with Peter’s work. Peter is friendly and personable, I highly recommend him.
Pavers relaid around a replaced retaining wall
$500
Good to deal with. Very responsive.
Brick letterbox and small retaining wall quote
$20
Brilliant communication, flexible, understanding, and very good to work with. Thank you!
Levelling and retaining wall built
$400
Very happy with results
Replacement of retaining wall
$500
low
$220
median
$500
high
$700
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What do retaining walls services include?
Retaining walls services include all the necessary tasks to build a sturdy and attractive retaining wall in your outdoor space to prevent erosion. Your hired retaining wall contractors can assess the site, help you design the retaining wall if you don’t have a design ready, then build the wall.Â
Assessing the site
The first step in retaining wall construction is taking site measurements. Your Tasker can consider distinct site features, like if the wall will be placed on a slope and if the site gets a lot of rain or snowmelt. The retaining wall builders can also recommend the appropriate design and materials to suit the site’s measurements and features.Â
Designing the walls
If you don’t have a design already, a local retaining wall contractor can help you make one. Some local landscape retaining wall contractors can provide you with not just any retaining wall design, but one that conforms with established zoning laws and safety and industry standards. The design can also have the aesthetic elements you want and be sturdy enough to prevent soil erosion in your property. Yes, you can have all this while keeping within your budget! When you post a task, specify your budget and get offers from retaining wall contractors near you.Â
Getting permits
The next step is to get permits for the design and build. Your Tasker can obtain the required permits from the relevant authorities like your Homeowner’s Association, City Planning Department, or other federal jurisdiction. Note that some Taskers may charge extra for getting these permits. Even as construction and zoning laws vary from state to state, don’t worry; Local retaining wall installers know how and where to get the appropriate permits.Â
Preparing for the build
Your Tasker can get the materials and prepare the appropriate tools. Whichever type of retaining wall you want to be built—brick, concrete, concrete bag, wood, or natural stone—your Tasker can get the right materials! Your Tasker can also make sure the materials and tools are of the right specification, quality, and amount. Then, they can turn over any leftover materials after the build.
Building the retaining walls
Your hired Taskers can do the retaining wall installation or construction once they’re ready with the design, permits, and materials. They can build your retaining wall as per the drafted design, so there are no surprises. The result could be an aesthetically pleasing yet functional wall that can protect your property from soil erosion. The Tasker can execute the design, whether it’s a retaining wall made of wood, concrete, hollow blocks, cement bags, or boulders. They’ll use the appropriate tools, procured materials, safety equipment, and techniques.Â
Finishing touches
Your Tasker can apply any finishing touches or embellishments on the retaining wall design as required. This can include installing capstones on stone walls, creating gradual step-downs or turning-in sections, backfilling, or installing greenery and other embellishments. Don’t forget that you can also have other features like privacy screens or outdoor blinds installed.
Recent Retaining Walls tasks in Canberra
Build a retaining wall with concrete sleepers
$500
Tralee NSW, Australia
20th Mar 2024
At the side of our driveway we require someone to install a concrete retaining wall with sleepers. We will supply materials.
Retaining wall at bottom of garden with timber sleepers.
$1,500
Evatt ACT, Australia
13th Mar 2024
Design is drawn up by gardener. Timber sleepers with specs detailed and with scale.
Concrete retaining walls.
$600
Denman Prospect ACT, Australia
21st Feb 2024
Concrete retaining wall needed in the front and side of our house.
Build a small retaining wall
$800
Whitlam ACT, Australia
20th Feb 2024
I need to build a small retaining wall at the front of the house.
Fit washing machine retaining rings
$40
Macquarie ACT, Australia
3rd Jan 2024
I am halfway through replacing the washing machine door seal but am unable to fit the retaining rings. I need someone to fit both rings. LG front loader - Due date: Flexible
Mustafa was super helpful, friendly and efficient. Thanks!
Small edging retaining wall
$300
Kaleen ACT, Australia
29th Dec 2023
Small outdoor edging retaining wall using Hudson blocks. Base levelling required which would need compacting. Final product would be similar to picture 4/5 as examples. YouTube link for an idea of work required - https://youtu.be/AMaEsFDy7gg?si=ORIuWij-I5i5dHXm - Due date: Before Saturday, 6 January 2024
Fix sandstone retaining wall
$100
Nicholls ACT, Australia
17th Nov 2023
Have a minor damage to an existing sandstone retaining wall. All rocks are in tack, just need hen put back in neatly. - Due date: Before Thursday, 14 December 2023
Retaining walls around 20 meters long and 1 meter high
$5
Tuggeranong ACT, Australia
4th Nov 2023
Require 2 retaining walls in Googong around 20 meters long each and both 1-1.2 meters high in concrete sleepers. - Due date: Flexible
Timber retaining wall
$300
Harrison ACT, Australia
18th Oct 2023
Retaining wall stopped in the middle needed to be fixed and continued . Around 20 m long and 3 sleepers height approx
Concrete Slippers Retaining Wall Install
$800
Forde ACT 2914, Australia
17th Oct 2023
l need a retaining wall 60cm High and 13m wide to be installed using concrete slippers
Render and paint retaining wall
$500
Pearce ACT, Australia
25th Sep 2023
New dincel block retaining wall to be rendered and painted. Existing rendered wall requiring minor patching as well. - Due date: Before Friday, 13 October 2023
Thanks Tim. Good communication and easy to deal with.
Build / replace existing retaining wall
$10
Dunlop ACT, Australia
27th Aug 2023
I have an existing wooden retaining wall which needs to be replaced. Some parts of the wooden board is weathered hence planning to change this. It’s 15700mm (15.7meter) long. Please see attached image. Need a quote and the job to be completed asap. - Due date: Flexible
Advice on retaining wall
$100
Taylor ACT, Australia
20th Aug 2023
I'm looking for someone experienced in retaining wall construction to provide guidance on a particularly tricky project. Here are the specifics that make this job unique: Easement Limitation: There's a 2.5m easement from the fence line. Space Constraints: Only 500mm available between my house and the intended location of the retaining wall. Access Issues: Due to the confined space and other limitations, using heavy machinery seems to be a challenge. Drainage Concerns: I suspect there might be a need for drainage integration, but I require guidance on how best to approach this. Before diving into the construction of the retaining wall, I'd appreciate your advice on which tasks need to be completed first. My current idea is to get a stone wall due to the constraints, but I'm open to other suggestions on the most efficient and effective approach. Due date: Flexible
Retaining wall 14 m
$2,500
New South Wales 2620, Australia
26th Jul 2023
3 sleepers high 14 m length retaining wall Location googong Concrete sleepers wood grain finish - Due date: Before Monday, 31 July 2023
Pressure wash driveway and retaining wall
$250
Curtin ACT, Australia
8th Jul 2023
Pressure wash driveway (60sqm), pathway (30sqm), courtyard (30sqm) and retaining walls (30 sqm).areas are approximate.
Simon was easy to communicate with, did they job well and was very friendly! Would recommend.
Sleeper retaining wall
$1,000
Harrison ACT, Australia
22nd Jun 2023
Short retaining wall along boundary. Need to build a fence above it, happy to look at concrete or wood sleeper options.
Need a quote on Retaining wall
$100
Taylor ACT, Australia
21st Jun 2023
Would like to get Retaining wall done for new house. Approx 54m2 Money can be discuss upon given quote so putting 100 as budget on airtask - Due date: Flexible
Retaining wall
$5
Taylor ACT, Australia
27th May 2023
I need to build a retaining wall at my property in Taylor. Please contact me so we can work out how much it will cost. Thanks. - Due date: Flexible
Retaining wall
$5
Tralee NSW, Australia
25th May 2023
Side boundary retaining wall. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 11 June 2023
Retaining wall at the front house
$2,500
Molonglo ACT 2611, Australia
27th Apr 2023
Retaining wall at the front of the house 500 mm height and 5 meters length to offset an existing retaining wall 1meter height. Easy access, sandstone Finish - Due date: Flexible